The ACT Long Service Leave Authority (ACT Leave) is a Statutory Authority of the ACT Government responsible for the administration of portable long service leave benefit schemes for covered industries within the ACT. As a key member of the ICT and Security team you will report directly to the Chief Information Officer and will be responsible for: The development, implementation and adoption of ACT Leave’s security policies, procedures and practices across the protective security domains (GOVSEC, INFOSEC, PERSEC and PHYSEC) but with specific emphasis on ICT and information security. Implementing security management practices to monitor and mitigate risks related to business and information systems, including the development and ongoing maintenance of a security plan and security risk register. Overseeing the technical operation, security, and lifecycle management of ACT Leave’s ICT infrastructure and business applications including cloud-hosted platforms and SaaS solutions. Coordinating with vendors and managed service providers to ensure system integrity, performance optimisation, patch management, and adherence to security and compliance frameworks. We are looking for an ICT Security Manager who has: Strong interpersonal, written, and communication skills. Experience implementing and embedding frameworks, policies, processes, and controls, including technologies, to improve the safety and security of staff, assets, information systems, data, and infrastructure. Ability to identify, analyse, and investigate security events. Demonstrated ability to manage priorities effectively in high-pressure situations. Qualifications in or extensive experience in security, ICT security, cybersecurity, organisational security, enterprise security, or other relevant disciplines. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply. Notes: This is a temporary position available immediately for a period of six months with the possibility of extension up to 12 months and/or permanency. The position may be filled based on application only. How to Apply: Applicants must submit a current curriculum vitae including details of two referees and a two-page pitch addressing the requirements under “Our Ideal Candidate’ which can be found in the Position Description. More information about ACT Leave can be found on our website www.actleave.act.gov.au Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below. LI-DNI Note This is a temporary position available immediately for a period of six months with the possibility of extension up to 12 months and/or permanency.
